726-1 Sakami, Ōkawa, Fukuoka Prefecture
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¥500
Furōgu Shrine, known locally as "Ofurō-san," is a historic shrine with 1800 years of tradition. Founded when Empress Jingū enshrined the deity Watatsumi-no-Mikoto, believed to be embodied by a white heron, the shrine is renowned for bestowing good fortune and maritime safety. Key highlights include the main hall, an Important Cultural Property, and a 2000-year-old camphor tree where the heron is said to have perched. The shrine is also famous for its Yabusame ritual during the annual February festival. Located in Ōkawa, Fukuoka, it's easily accessible and offers a serene atmosphere for visitors seeking luck and historical insights.